Garlic Thyme Moules Frites

You don’t have to travel to a Parisian bistro to experience the classic French dish: Moules Frites. Simply mussels with French fries, it’s a quick and easy dish to make at home anytime you have access to fresh mussels. Feel free to swap out the thyme for whatever herbs you have in the fridge, and if you’re not a fan of fries a freshly torn baguette is also perfect for dipping in the delicious sauce.

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 leeks, white and pale green parts parts only, cleaned and thinly sliced

3 cloves garlic, sliced

1/2 bunch thyme, plus more for garnish

2 pounds mussels, cleaned

1 cup white wine

French fries

Heat butter and olive oil in a wide and deep sauté pan or Dutch Oven set over medium heat. Add the leeks and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until tender and starting to brown. Add garlic and thyme bundle and cook for about 1-2 minutes more.

Add the mussels and white wine to the pot and bring liquid to a simmer. Cover pot or pan and steam until the mussels are just opened, about 10 minutes. Remove lid and iscard any mussels that have not opened.

Sprinkle with additional thyme leaves and serve with French fries for dipping into the sauce.